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Describe a town or city where you would like to live in the future

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Describe a town or city where you would like to live in the future

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Part 2:
You should say:
 where it is
 how you knew it
 what it is famous for
 and why you would like to live there

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You should say

What it is like?

How easy or difficult it is?

How long it takes you to solve it?

And how you feel about it?

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Brainstorming:

- overseas / a different province
- weather/ people / career opportunities/ other reasons.

Vocab:
1. S  is  ideal for V-ing/ Noun(Dalat is a place that is ideal for my retirement plans)
2. When thinking about + V-ing, Noun is the first thing that leaps to mind (When thinking about moving to a different area or city, Dalat is the first thing that leaps to mind).

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- Employees
- Climb up the career ladder
- higher level of career aspiration
- Corporate world vs. Normal world
- Clear vision / leadership/ discipline/ self-consciousness

/ˌselfˈkänSHəsnəs/

- Vietnam is still a developing country => more opportunity/ innovative thinking/ less restrictions/ government support
- Factors of Business Success

A Plan. Having a plan is the first necessity for success. ...

Perseverance. / ˌpər.səˈ.vir-əns/

Understanding that success or failure is not permanent. ...

Shared belief and a team spirit.

Motivation.

Clear vision of what success is. ...

Maximise resources available. ...

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Brainstorming

[why you started playing it/ who gave it to you/ how you became interested in this puzzle] : most important infor

Jigsaw (n): a picture stuck onto wood or cardboard and cut into pieces of different shapes that must be joined together correctly to form the picture again => assemble all the pieces

- a 1,000-piece jigsaw.
- satisfying
- start from the corners
- colour scheme
- benefits: it activates your cognitive functions, train people's brain to become more healthy.
- paraphrasing: cognitively challenging activities like jigsaw puzzling are proven to be beneficial to mental well-being.
- make it a point to play it with my ...

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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-XZPT6WfokifTj8YJvCK-BAheBSGt6a2/view

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1. long stretches of white sand
2. stunning views
3. scenic landscape
4. snorkeling  /ˈsnɔː.kəl.ɪŋ/: lặn vừa ( không sâu)
the activity of swimming while using a snorkel.
5.  scuba diving
6. be endorsed with : trời phú

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Describe an activity you usually do that wastes your time 

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Describe an activity you usually do that wastes your time 

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You should say:

what it is:

when you usually do it

why you do it

and explain why you think it wastes your time

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Describe a place you visited on vacation

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Describe a place you visited on vacation

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You should say:
 where it is
 when you went there
 what you did there
 and explain why you went there
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travel on a cruise

It was a shame that ....

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Describe a time you were friendly to someone you didn’t like

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Describe a time you were friendly to someone you didn’t like

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Part 2:
You should say:
 when and where it happened
 who he/she was
 why you didn’t like this person
 and explain why you were friendly to him/her on that occasion
Part 3:
1. Why are people friendly with the person they don’t like?
2. What kinds of people are usually friendly?
3. What are the differences between being friendly and being polite?
4. What do you think of the people who are always straightforward?
5. What are some qualities of a good friendship?
6. Is it important for people to have a good friendship with their colleagues?

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1. What are some popular attractions that people like to visit in your country?
2. Do old people and young people choose different places to go on vacation? Why?
3. What do young people and old people think about when making travel plans? (lam HW)
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2. old ppl: prefer to travel to neighbouring countries such as... because it doesn't take a lot time to get there...
3. Young people: recreational activities / more adventurous ones, Some adrenaline-rush activities:
Bungee jumping
Skydiving

Older citizens: more about relaxing experiences/  travel on cruise ships

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1. Take a toll on something:  to have a serious, bad effect on someone or something

2. Feel worn out: extremely tired

3. 1: In two minds about A (or not)/ 2:  In two minds whether or not to V/ 3: In two minds whether I should +V + A or B:  decided or certain about something

4. A sheer waste of time

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- something that productive like doing exercise/ reading book do not count
- something that doesn't achieve any intended purpose.
- playing games: procrastinate on your deadlines/ consume a large amount of time + energy (3 hours) => can't finish other tasks
- social media:...

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Describe an item on which you spent more than expected

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Describe an item on which you spent more than expected

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You should say:

what it is

how much did you spend on it

why did you buy it

and explain why you think you spent more than expected

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financially conscious in every way.

demand

supply

demand exceeds supply => When demand exceeds supply, prices tend to rise.

drive up prices

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1. Do you use a wallet?
2. Have you ever lost your wallet?
3. Have you ever sent a wallet to someone as a gift?
4. Do most of your friends use wallet?

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1. Do you often buy more than expected?

2. What do you think young people spend most of their money on?

3. Do you think it is important to save money? Why?

4. Do people buy things they don’t need?

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1. How do you balance life and work?

2. Will you continue doing something when you are aware that it’s a waste of  time?

3. What kinds of things make people feel pressured?

4. Why do some people refuse to abide by rules?

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1. a real bargain

2. expected price

3. sudden surge /sɝːdʒ/ in the prices.
(reason: lower production in top manufacturing countries such as China and the cost of shipment too is up.)

4. N +is overpriced (adj - v3)

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1. Do you use headphones?
the Type of headphones that I use are/is earbuds because they are lighter and more portable.
3. When would you use headphones?
4. In what conditions, you won’t use headphones?
=> when I'm conversing directly with a person

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1. Do you often look at the sky?
2. Do you like to look at the sky? Why?
3. Can you see the moon and stars at night where you live?
4. Do you prefer the sky in the morning or the sky at night?
5. Is there a good place to look at the sky where you live?
6. Do you like to see the stars at night?
7. Do you want to live on other planets?

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1. star-gazing/ astrology / constellation /ˌkɒnstəˈleɪʃn/
2.
3. My city has a major light pollution problem, even in a clear night sky.
4. observatory /əbˈzɜːvətri/ (n);
where it allows me to observe ...
unobstructed view

Halong Bay: the best stargazing spot in Vietnam => amazed by star-filled nights
Australian Outback (Queensland): The sky is very dark as it is far away from the well lit Australian cities.

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Different types of Headphones:
1. Over-ear headphones: heavy
2. On-ear headphones: heavy
3. Wireless Earbuds: batteries + audio Lag
4. Wired Earbuds: Cables get stuck everywhere (doorknob)
audio delay when watching videos or playing games.

======blast any noisy music

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1. Where did you go on your last holiday?
= Mountainous region
2. Do you like holidays? Why?
3. Which public holiday do you like best?
4. What do you do on holidays?
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4. Snorkeling in the crystal clear waters, you’ll see so many different vibrant corals and fish.

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1. Do you like your handwriting?
legible, neat and concise
2. Is your handwriting easy to read?

3. Do you think handwriting is important?
Even with today's modern tech, where HD may seem redundant,... especially young students=> good and beautiful handwriting: skilful, careful and meticulous
4. Which do you prefer, handwriting or typing?
5. What are the differences between handwriting and typing?

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biology (natural science)— the study of life

chemistry (natural)– the study of materials and substances

physics(natural science) — the study of the nature and the properties of matter and energy.

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Part 2: Describe a businessman you admire
You should say:
 who this person is
 how you knew this person
 what kinds of business this person does
 and explain why you admire this person
Bill Gates: magnate, one of the few centibillionaires in the world,  the Microsoft co-founder , and famous philanthropist.
@ follow a parenting model which minimizes emotional reactions such as reprimanding.
@Doing household chores together
@don't allow their kids to have phones until 14, dinner time without mobile phone
@limted screen time and especially each kid inherits only 10 million ,and this is the parenting way of letting their children achieve what they want and independently.
Part 3:
1. What do you think is the retirement age for men and women?
2. What kinds of qualities do people need to run their own business?
3. Is it easy to establish and run a new business in your country?
4. What do you think are the key factors that contribute to the success of a business?
5. If you had the opportunity to have your own business, what business would it
be? Why?

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Her parents were openly hostile to me.

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What kind of people enjoy living in the city?
I think the younger generation, they will prefer to live in the cities, because the cities have more opportunities to find a job, and for older people they don't prefer the city lifestyle because the city lifestyle is faster than the countryside and for younger people, the city's pace will fit them, especially because they like new things, and most new things will show up in the city and not in the countryside. The older generation like the countryside more, and they can be more comfortable and have a slowly life because in the cities there is more pollution than the rural areas.

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I think that the younger people, on the whole, enjoy living in cities. There are many more work opportunities and higher salaries available there, and this means that they have a great chance to go out and have fun with their friends. In large cities like Saigon, there are always music concerts or something like that going on.
I am not sure about how older citizens feel about dwelling in the cities for the rest of their life, but I heard of lot of my parents' friends are planning to move to a more quiet area near the city, like the outskirt to get away from the traffic noise and air pollution. I think at the age, they've spent enough of their time in the city, working and earning money, maybe this is the time they finally can relax with this more peaceful lifestyle in the countryside.

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Part 2: City/ town you would like to move to in the future
Part 3:
1. Why do more and more people live in the city?
2. How does this affect the environment and nature?
3. What are the differences between the young and old when choosing where to live?

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2+ 3: Describe a time you saw something interesting on social media

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2+ 3: Describe a time you saw something interesting on social media

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Describe a time you saw something interesting on social media
Part 2:
You should say:
 when it was
 where you saw it
 what you saw
 and explain why you think it was interesting
Part 3:
1. Why do people like to use social media?
2. What kinds of things are popular on social media?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social media?
4. What do you think of making friends on social networks?

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Part 2:

When thinking about a person who is smart in resolving problems, my XXX is the first person that leaps to mind.

 who this person is:
It should be someone you know - your colleague/ boss/ your mother.
 what the problem was: word-related problems/ family issues

example: conflicts at work

 how:  resolve conflict in the workplace.

example: listen to both sides actively and let everyone have their say, also doesn't show any pre·sump·tion or bias towards each side.
=>to  comprehend the causes of the conflict and identify solutions.

 and explain why you think he/she did it in a smart way
talk in private => an environment that is safe for both parties to talk to and have an honest conversation.

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2+ 3 Describe a person who solved a problem in a smart way

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2+ 3 Describe a person who solved a problem in a smart way

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Part 2:
You should say:
 who this person is
 what the problem was
 how he/she solved it
 and explain why you think he/she did it in a smart way
Part 3:
1. Do you think children are born smart or learn to become smart?
- nature vs nurture
- genetic makeup of a child : gen, vật chất di truyền

2. How do children become smarter at school?
- become academically successful: by doing a lot of memorisation of academic knowledge+ practice: homework
- improve their soft skills: develop their communication skills + leadership (projects + teamwork)
3. Why are some people well-rounded and others only good at one thing?

- because of their fields/ job.
- well-rounded: generalist /ˈdʒen.ər.əl.ɪst/
- specialist - expertise
4. Why does modern society need talents of all kinds?
- It's quite obvious our contemporary society is seeking all kinds of talents =>  perform a particular task in a well-desired manner. To ensure the sustainable development of a country or an organisation, all aspects of that institution must be considered and taken care of.

For example, if you decided to build a project for a company, then you need someone to guide you on the financial assistance required to do the job, amount of time taken, resources required to build that project, advice on different expenses, and the allocation of those expenses in different areas, marketing of that project, sale, and purchase of different resources for that project. So you can see that it’s not an easy task. You require different people to help you achieve or complete this project. Similarly, modern society jobs also required the division of tasks among different people to achieve the targets of jobs. You can devise different strategies to complete these jobs in a particular period.

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Describe a time you saw something interesting on social media
You should say:
 when it was

 where you saw it: Facebook, youtube?

 what you saw: video/ movement/ a story
 and explain why you think it was interesting

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Describe a time you saw something interesting on social media - IELTS Speaking Part 2

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1. What did you like to do the most when you were in primary school?
- I remember I was always longing for the break times so I could ...
2. How did you go to your primary school?
3. How do you like your primary school?
dedicated + caring
4. What did you do in your leisure time in your primary school?
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4. Unlike the majority of students in primary school now are spending their school breaks using mobile phones, when I was in primary school my classmates and I ....

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1. What kinds of flowers do you know?
2. Are there any flowers that have special meanings in your country?
- Lotus: is the symbol of purity, perseverance,....
- chrysanthemum: relates to death, meaning visit the funeral/ cemetery
3. Have you planted any flowers?
4. Have you sent flowers to others?
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1. Each type of flower carries a different meaning:

Roses: A red rose is a staple gift if you’re looking to send a message of love and romance. If you’ve been on a few dates and want to show how much you care about this person, roses are an excellent option.

Orchids: Orchids will last a long time. These flowers are elegant and express love and beauty.

Lilies: You can find lilies in various colors and gift a vibrant bouquet to your date.

Tulips: A lovely alternative to a bouquet of roses is a bouquet of tulips. These springtime flowers are romantic and come in various colors.

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1. fanatical about (a, n) /fəˈnæt̬.ɪ.kəl/: cuồng tính, quá cuồng nhiệt
~extremely interested in something, to a degree, that some people find unreasonable

His dedication to fitness was almost fanatical.

Gary's fanatical about football.
2. corridor: sảnh dài/ hành lang
~a long passage in a building from which doors lead into rooms.
we usually gathered and sat on the corridor near our classroom and ...
3. skipping, badminton, or hopscotch
4. be determined /dɪˈtɝː.mɪnd/ to V: quyết tâm

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Part 2: Describe an occasion when many people were smiling

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Part 2: Describe an occasion when many people were smiling

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You should say:
 when it happened
 who you were with
 what happened
 and explain why most people were smiling

Part 3:
1. Do you think people who like to smile are more friendly?
2. Why do most people smile in photographs?
3. Do women smile more than men? Why?
4. Do people smile more when they are younger or older?

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Part 2: Describe a time you bought something from a street (or outdoor) market

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Part 2: Describe a time you bought something from a street (or outdoor) market

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You should say:
 when it was
 where the market was
 what you bought
 and how you felt about it

Part 3:
1. What kinds of markets are there in your country?
2. Do you think small markets will disappear in the future?
3. Have people’s shopping habits changed in recent years?

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1. Perennials /pəˈren.i.əlz/

Perennials are long-lived.

2. Annuals: Annuals have a one-season lifespan.

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1. a person's disposition: tính cách cố hữu
- bubbly personality
2. deeply entrenched gender stereotypes:
~ entrenched: firmly established and difficult or unlikely to change
3. social norms
4. genuinely happy
5. tend to enjoy a carefree life
6. express their happiness

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- neat handwriting
- write cursively
- calligraphy
- wobbly
- poor handwriting (n)
- Using pen and paper - brainstorming
- Less restrictive - draw + do some calligraphy
- Handwriting reinforces our reading and language processing skills.

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1. What apps have you recently used?
2. What kinds of apps are you usually interested in?
3. What was the first app you used?
4. What kinds of apps would you like to use in the future?
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- tech-savvy
=> I'm not a tech-savvy
- to advance my teaching
- work seamlessly

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Describe a quiet place you like to spend your time in

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Describe a quiet place you like to spend your time in

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You should say:
 how you knew it
 how often you go there
 what you do there
 and explain why you like the place

Part 3:
1. Is it hard to find quiet places in cities?
2. Why is it quieter in the countryside?
3. Why do people go to quiet place?
4. Compared with young people, do old people prefer to live in quiet places?

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1/ Use your personality:
- I'm quite an introverted person
-So quiet and tranquil places are right up to my alley

2/ Use your current location:
- Living in a big city like Ho Chi Minh, sometimes it can be quite overwhelming with all the motorbike horns and construction noise. Fortunately, I got to know a place which is very quiet..

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Describe a tall building in your city you like or dislike

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Describe a tall building in your city you like or dislike

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Part 2:
You should say:
 where it is
 what it is used for
 what it looks like
 and explain why you like or dislike it

Part 3:
1. What are the disadvantages of living in tall buildings?
2. Do you think there will be more tall buildings in the future?
3. Why aren’t there many tall buildings in the countryside?
4. Why do some people like to live in tall buildings nowadays?

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Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone

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Describe an occasion when you were not allowed to use your mobile phone

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Part 2:
You should say:
 when it was
 where it was
 why you were not allowed to use your mobile phone
 and how you felt about it

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1. quiet = serene
2. tranquile
3. right up to my alley
4. high-rise apartment: getting to & from home takes more time, it can take as long as 10 minutes just to get an elevator down to the main floor

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1. Do you like to watch TV programs about wild animals?
2. Did you learn something about wild animals at school?
3. Where can you see wild animals?
4. In which country do you think you can see many wild animals?

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ideas:
2. It is well documented that rhino horn is made up of a material similar to human hair and nails. What is not so well known is that rhino live in habitats with high levels of parasites that carry a number of pathogens and diseases, some which can be fatal for humans.

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1. What’s your favorite colour?
2. What’s the colour you dislike? Why?
3. What colours do you want to paint your house with?
4. What colour makes you uncomfortable in your room?

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white/ pastel colour: neutral colors
hate = dislike
hurt my eyes
gave me a nauseating headache.

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Recycling

Can you name products or materials that are commonly recycled?

Why have people’s attitudes towards recycling changed over the last several years?

Do you think recycling is important?

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1. Have you ever lost your way?
2. How can you find your way when you are lost?
3. Can you read a map when you get lost?
4. Have you ever helped someone who got lost?

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have difficulties pinpointing the directions when I drive

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1. What kind of weather do you like most?
2. What’s the weather like in your hometown?
3. Is there any difference in the weather in different parts of Vietnam?
4. Do you prefer dry or wet weather?

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1. Do you like trees?
2. Are there any important trees in your country?
3. Is there a forest near your hometown?
4. Would you like to live in a place that has a lot of trees?
5.Where can one find trees (or forests) in your country?
6. Do you think places with trees attract more visitors than places with few trees?
7. Did you ever climb trees when you were a child?

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- nature and wildlife shows
- nature documentary (n)
- natural habitat (n)
- endangered species = wild animals
- cub(s): baby animal
- rhino /ˈraɪ.noʊ/: tê giác
- horn / hɔːrn/: sừng (tê giác)
- elephant trunk /trʌŋk/: vòi voi
- safari park /
- aquarium /əˈkwer.i.əm/: thuỷ cung
- national park

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Many of my friends are genuinely unlikeable individuals, they can be very exhausting, depressing at times
We don't like each other, but our goals are the same. There is still something we need from those people such as ... So it's better to keep being friends with them instead of making them our enemies. It's politics.

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- connect to the nature
- light pollution
- astronomy:  the scientific study of the universe and of objects that exist naturally in space
- observe the stars at night
- stargazing (n/ adj): watch the starts
=> stargaze (v)
- star-filled (adj): full of stars
=> relax under star-filled nights
- look for a specific star constellation: chom sao

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1. Do you like science?
2. When did you start to learn about science?
3. Which science subject is interesting to you?
4. What kinds of interesting things have you done with science?

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- (not) a big fan
- not my cup of tea
- got to know to about science when .../ entered secondary school
- an inquisitive person: a curious person who doesn't sit back and accept any theory; rather, they get satisfied until they investigate that matter and see for themselves.
- every aspect of our lives
- dissect a .../   frog dissection
- animal anatomy

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Part 2. Describe a time when you moved to a new home/school

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Part 2. Describe a time when you moved to a new home/school

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You should say:
• When you moved
• Where you moved
• Why you moved
And how you felt about it

Part 3: Discussion

1. Why do people move to a new home?

2. What problems will people face after moving to a new place? How do people solve
these problems?

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in the same place?

4. Is it good to move to a new place frequently? Why?

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On the other hand,

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1. Is it easy for you to remember people’s names?
immediately forget their names
see me as an inattentive person
unique
train my memories muscles more.
2. Can you remember the names of your childhood friends?
Just a handful of them, associate their face and their memories with their names => less interactions with =>can't recall their names
3. How would you feel if someone forgot your name?
it depends on my relationship with that person, how close you are to them, honestly. I'm not easily get offended by that little thing since ...

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1. What is your daily work routine?
- work starts early in the morning
- a cup of green tea: can't survive a day and concentrate on my work without some sort of caffeine boost.
- lunch break for 2 hours
- finish at 5 pm

2. Have you ever changed your routine?
Barely, fixed office hours
Unless day-offs

3. What part of your day do you like best?
I try to enjoy every bit of my day equally, even when I'm working because it's mentally healthier, it's no point coming to work and detesting every moment there. But of course, dinner time with my loved ones is the most enjoyable part of my day.

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1. Did you enjoy travelling by car when you were a kid?

2. What types of cars do you like?

3. Do you prefer to be a driver or a passenger?

4. What do you usually do when there is a traffic jam?